Cheap Homes for Rent in West Des Moines, IA from $700 (19 Rentals)

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property at 3316 68th St

3316 68th St

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property at 3314 68th St

3314 68th St

UrbandaleIA50322

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West Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Des Moines Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in West Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at Urban Heights in the Windsor Heights neighborhood priced from $625. Lenox Properties in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $675. Here is today’s list of the most affordable West Des Moines apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Urban Heights0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$625
Lenox PropertiesDrake1BR,1BA$675
The Flats ApartmentsSandstone1BR,1BA$695
Hampton House ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$699
Woodland WestTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$704

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Des Moines, IA

As of May 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Des Moines area is the $0.98 price per square foot Timberline Model at Timberline Ridge in the starting from $2,350. The second greatest value West Des Moines apartment is the Platinum Pointe - 3 Bed Model at Platinum Pointe starting at $2,500 with a $1.04 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for West Des Moines apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Timberline RidgeTimberline3BR,3BA$0.98
Platinum PointePlatinum Pointe - 3 Bed3BR,3BA$1.04
Greenway Square9187 Burkwood Drive #1083BR,3.5BA$1.02
Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro TownhomesAndover3BR,2.5BA$1.00
Maplewood Townhouses2 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhomes2BR,2BA$1.01
Somerfield Village Center Apartments1 Bedroom w/Den1BR,1BA$1.03
The 4220 Grand ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Large2BR,1.5BA$0.93
Colonial VillagePlymouth1BR,1BA$0.87
Nelson LLC2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.03
Woodland WestTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.89

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Frequently Asked Questions about West Des Moines

What type of rentals are currently available in West Des Moines?

There are currently 323 Apartments for Rent in West Des Moines, IA with pricing that ranges from $625 to $4,091. There are also 58 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Des Moines ranging from $750 to $2,700.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Des Moines?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Des Moines ranges from $750 to $2,700 with an average monthly rent of $1,881.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in West Des Moines?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West Des Moines range from $1,000 to $4,091, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,050 to $2,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,395 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,600.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.